Boy • Traditional Tamil
Madhavan
மாதவன்
Signature Meaning
Madhavan is a South Indian masculine name derived from the Sanskrit name Madhava. It is traditionally associated with the Hindu god Krishna and often carries connotations of sweetness, charm, or gentleness. The name is commonly used in Tamil-speaking communities as a personal or family name.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginSanskrit
Style / Category
TraditionalMythologySpiritual
Starts withம / M
Syllables3 syllables
NumerologyNumerology is a traditional number-based interpretation. Use it as cultural guidance, not as a rule.
5· Destiny Path
Pronunciation Guide
Say it likemaa-tha-van
Tamil syllablesமா-த-வ-ன்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./maːt̪əʋən/
Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
MaadhaavaanMadavanMadhhavanMaadaavaanMadhawanMaadhaawaan